Are we on the brink of another Arab Spring? Some regional autocrats appear to fear so and are cracking down on even the mildest of dissent, say analysts.
Arab Spring articles on Democracy Chronicles
The Arab Spring was the revolutionary wave of demonstrations and protests in the Arab world following the banner of one man in Tunisia, began on 17 December 2010 with the Tunisian Revolution. Popular protests took place in many countries including Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, and Yemen.
Is Algeria Turning Green or Staying Red?
Algeria has long been a gangster state so now these angry youngsters have taken to the streets in large numbers. Most of the population is very poor, half are under 30 and 29% are unemployed.
Morocco’s Arab Spring Anniversary Brings Reflection and Beatings
Moroccan Arab Spring anniversary marks eight years after the spirit of activism was born in this North African kingdom with several demonstrations.
How Climate Change is Linked to the Arab Spring Mass Migration
Scientists have linked climate change to the mass migration flows that followed the Arab Spring in North Africa and the Middle East a few years ago.
New Tensions and Worries Mark Tunisian Revolution Anniversary
New tensions worries mark Tunisia’s revolutionary anniversary as country marked eight years since a democratic uprising ousted its long-time strongman.
Saudi Arabia Urged To Halt Six Imminent Executions
U.N human rights experts called on Saudi Arabia to halt the imminent execution of six men sentenced to death for activities related to the 2011 Arab Spring.
Late Saudi Writer Khashoggi Supported Arab Spring, Free Speech
VOA recalls interview with Khashoggi in August where he expressed his views on democracy and many other regional issues and problems in Egypt and Libya.
Podcast Reviews Tunisia’s Path From Dictatorship To Democracy
Tunisia, where the Arab uprisings began seven years ago, faces many difficulties in its transition on the economic, political and security fronts.
The dismal failure of efforts to empower the Arab people
The Arab world’s numerous decentralization programs simply help keep authoritarian regimes in power
Protests across Bahrain on 7th anniversary of Arab Spring
Shiite protesters took to the streets of Bahrain on Wednesday to mark the seventh anniversary of the Arab Spring